Water flows from beneath the temple threshold toward the east, becoming a river that Ezekiel cannot cross—bringing life wherever it goes, healing even the Dead Sea so it swarms with fish. Trees on both banks bear fruit monthly, their leaves for healing. The chapter concludes with boundaries for dividing the land among the tribes.
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Damascus
View on MapDamascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and plays a significant role in biblical history. It was on the road to Damascus that Saul of Tarsus had his dramatic encounter with the risen Christ and was converted, becoming the apostle Paul. The prophet Elijah was told to anoint Hazael as king of Syria in Damascus. The city is mentioned throughout both the Old and New Testaments.
Gilead
View on MapGilead was a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, known for its healing balm and rich pastures. It was home to the prophet Elijah and the judge Jephthah. Jacob and Laban made their covenant at a cairn of stones they named Galeed (Gilead). The region was allocated to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh.
Position in Book
Call and CommissionChapters 1-3
Judgment on JerusalemChapters 4-24
Judgment on NationsChapters 25-32
Restoration PromisesChapters 33-39
The New TempleChapters 40-48
Vision of the restored temple, worship, and division of the land.